Forensic Accounting Analyst

EFI Global; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

EFI Global is seeking a qualified forensic accountant to support insurance claims through forensic analysis of financial data, loss calculations, and litigation support. You will trace funds and evaluate assets, compiling detailed reports for claim resolution.

The role requires a bachelor's degree with 5 years of forensic/public accounting experience; CPA or CFE is preferred. Candidates should be able to travel as needed and communicate effectively while using MS Office tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; CPA or CFE preferred.
• Five (5) years of public or forensic accounting experience required.

Responsibilities

• Performs forensic research to trace funds and identify assets for recovery.
• Conducts forensic analysis of financial data (profit and loss, payroll, invoices).
• Assists with forensic accounting calculations and evaluations.
• Prepares analytical data for litigation.
• Generates ad-hoc reporting and analysis as directed.
• Establishes and manages workflow of files and calculations.

Skills

Financial data analysis

Oral and written communication

MS Office proficiency

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Teamwork and independence

Performance competencies

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

EFI Global is a full-service engineering, fire investigation, environmental, health and safety, and specialty consulting services firm serving a variety of industries in both the public and private sectors. Over the last four decades, we have grown from a boutique firm specializing in handling insurance fraud and arson cases and providing expert witness testimony, into a recognized global leader in engineering failure analysis, origin-and-cause investigations, environmental consulting, laboratory testing and specialty consulting. Our forensic investigation, engineering and environmental services teams around the world share a dedication to expertise, quality and demonstrating to customers that caring counts®. Each of our more than 700 professional engineers, fire investigators, architects and scientists was selected for their technical proficiency, in-depth industry knowledge and commitment to professional integrity. Together, our diverse backgrounds and collective insights empower clients to make better-informed business decisions. EFI’s combination of global solutions and local expertise has earned the firm a reputation for delivering timely responses that consistently meet our clients’ expectations—anytime, anywhere.

Primary Purpose

To perform forensic analysis of financial data relating to various aspects of insurance claims including, but not limited to: business income loss, extra expense, stock/inventory loss, and personal injury wage loss.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Performs forensic research to trace funds and identify assets for recovery.
• Conducts forensic analysis of financial data, i.e., profit and loss statements, payroll records, invoices, etc.
• Assists with the preparation of forensic accounting calculations and evaluations.
• Prepares analytical data for litigation.
• Generates ad-hoc reporting and analysis as directed.
• Establishes and manages workflow of files and calculations.

Additional Functions And Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Supports the organization's quality program(s).
• Travels as required.

Education & Licensing

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred. CPA or CFE license is preferred.

Experience

Five (5) years of public or forensic accounting experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Skills & Knowledge

• Knowledge of financial data analysis
• Good Oral and written communication skills.
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
• Analytical and interpretive skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to work in a team environment and/or independently
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

Work Environment

When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Mental

Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Physical

Computer keyboarding, travel as required

Auditory/Visual

Hearing, vision and talking

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace